This Sporting Life

This Sporting Life is a 1963 film which tells the story of a rugby player in the North of England whose romantic life is not as successful as his sporting life. It stars Richard Harris, Rachel Roberts and Alan Badel[?].

The movie was adapted by David Storey[?] from his novel. It was directed by Lindsay Anderson.

It was nominated for Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Richard Harris) and Best Actress in a Leading Role (Rachel Roberts).